The Race Is On! Philanthropic Partnership Opportunities

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2 At Girls on the Run I learned to be confident, caring, to pace myself and to BE ME! Sofia, 4th Grade

Girls on the Run is a transformational, experiential learning program for 3rd 5th grade girls that combines training for a 3.1 mile (5k) running event with self-esteem enhancing, uplifting workouts.

3 Girls on the Run is a transformational, experiential learning program for 3rd 5th grade girls that combines training for a 3.1 mile (5k) running event with self-esteem enhancing, uplifting workouts. Our goal is to educate and empower preteen girls to prevent the display of at-risk activities (substance/alcohol use, eating disorders, early onset of sexual activity, sedentary lifestyle, depression, suicide attempts, confrontations with the juvenile justice system). Girls on the Run reaches girls between the ages of 8-12, when they are just beginning to face the challenges of early adolescence but are still receptive to adult influence. Girls complete the program with a stronger sense of identity, a greater acceptance of themselves, a healthier body image, and a greater likelihood to continue healthy exercise habits DeBate RD. Girls on the Run: Formative Impact Evaluation. Spring, (Available at: girlsontherun.org/assets/docs/2011_evaluation.pdf)

When I personally leave a Girls on the Run session, I am in a wonderful mood.

4 What the coaches say... Many of the girls have shocked us and have really opened up within the group. We have had many weeks where true social bravery was exhibited within the group conversations and personally, it has been beyond inspiring to me. When I personally leave a Girls on the Run session, I am in a wonderful mood. When I slow down and get quiet and really process the experience I have just had, I find myself becoming inspired by the girls I teach each week. Their bravery and persistence guides me now each day and I strive to keep the positive energy within me. What makes me really happy is that the girls talk about Girls on the Run and our lessons outside of our meetings. For example, during health class, the teacher talked about how we neglect our heart during the winter months as we don t move as much. Immediately the three girls that participated in Girls on the Run raised their hands and talked about the program. Also, the school counselor told me about how she had girls talk to her about Girls on the Run. After only three meetings, I was so happy to see how much impact it already seemed to make on those girls. One of my favorite moments was with Shayla: When we had our body image lesson, she couldn t bring herself to say anything positive about her body. For the next few days we worked on replacing negative self talk with positive messages. On the fourth day she came to me on her own and said to me Ms. Sandra, my eyes are beautiful. I almost cried. These are the moments we are all working for.

Being me is great, no one else can be like me. I shouldn t try to be like anyone else.

Alexa, age 8 What the girls say... I learned that I am important.

Amanda, age 8 I learned to deal with bullies and not to gossip.

5 Being me is great, no one else can be like me. I shouldn t try to be like anyone else. Tanya, age 10 I learned to never give up, ever. Emma, age 10 I run my life! Alexa, age 8 What the girls say... I learned that I am important. Rachel, age 10 I am the boss of my brain. Amanda, age 8 I learned to deal with bullies and not to gossip. Taylor, age 12 Girls on the Run makes me feel warm and good on the inside. Sarah, age 9 I learned to work together as a team and give hope to my friends. Lily, age 11 Coach Michelle makes me feel good about myself. Cara, age 9

6 The Impact of Your Investment When you invest in Girls on the Run, you invest in our future. While any amount is needed and appreciated, consider the impact of the following amounts: $50 Supplies a Girls on the Run T-shirt, running shoes, and 5k medal for one girl. $165 Provides a 12 week season of training for one lucky girl. $250 Funds five fully stocked coach s kits for five teams. $600 Pays for running shoes for an entire team of 16 girls. $750 Recruits and retains a team of amazing volunteer coaches. $1,000 Underwrites a full scholarship for six girls. $1,500 Sponsors a fantastic 5k celebration. $2,600 Launches and sustains ONE Girls on the Run team. $4,500 Supports a full day training for all our coaches to ensure quality programming. $5,000 Launches and sustains TWO Girls on the Run teams. $10,000 Launches and sustains FOUR Girls on the Run teams.

7 Thank You for Your Generosity! Inspiring Girls to Be Joyful, Healthy, and Confident

Our mission We inspire girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum, which creatively

Our vision We envision a world where every girl knows and activates her limitless potential and is free to boldly pursue her

Embrace our differences and find strength in our connectedness.

8 Our mission We inspire girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum, which creatively integrates running. Our vision We envision a world where every girl knows and activates her limitless potential and is free to boldly pursue her dreams. Our core values Recognize our power and responsibility to be intentional in our decision making. Embrace our differences and find strength in our connectedness. Express joy, optimism and gratitude through our words, thoughts and actions. Nurture our physical, emotional and spiritual health. Lead with an open heart and assume positive intent. Girls on the Run of Montgomery and Delaware Counties, PA PO Box 502, Ambler, PA tracy.ashdale@girlsontherun.org

9 Girls on the Run Team Sponsorship Opportunities $10,000+ Supports Four Teams Media-wide press release with optional event/ photo-op Special company feature in e-newsletter with logo and quote Company name/logo in bi-weekly parent s Company name/logo in bi-weekly coach s Verbal mention at all Girls on the Run coach trainings and meetings 20 complimentary Girls on the Run 5k event entries $7,500+ Supports Three Teams Logo on all program registration promotional materials at ALL Girls on the Run sites 10 complimentary Girls on the Run 5k event entries $5,000+ Supports Two Teams Company name/logo displayed on ALL program t-shirts (worn by girls program-wide at practices and at the 5k) Logo/link in ALL e-newsletters (quarterly) 5 complimentary Girls on the Run 5k event entries $2,500+ Supports One Team Girls on the Run Celebration 5k table/tent space Company name/logo on Girls on the Run website Optional coaching raffle prizes Social media recognition Special acknowledgment and thanks at Girls on the Run 5k event 2 complimentary Girls on the Run 5k event entries For more information about these and other opportunities to support Girls on the Run of Montgomery and Delaware Counties, PA please contact: Tracy Ashdale tracy.ashdale@girlsontherun.org

Girls on the Run 5k Sponsorship Opportunities $5,000+ Presenting Sponsor 3 verbal mentions at Girls on the Run 5k event Banner placement near start and finish lines (banner(s) provided by sponsor) 5

10 Girls on the Run 5k Sponsorship Opportunities $5,000+ Presenting Sponsor 3 verbal mentions at Girls on the Run 5k event Banner placement near start and finish lines (banner(s) provided by sponsor) 5 complimentary Girls on the Run 5k event entries $2,500+ Joyful Sponsor Company name/logo on 5k entry form and in all 5k related collateral 2 verbal mentions at Girls on the Run 5k event Girls on the Run 5K table/tent space Banner placement near finish line (banner provided by sponsor) 2 complimentary Girls on the Run 5k event entries $1,000+ Healthy Sponsor Name or logo on back of all 5K t-shirts Name or logo on signage at Girls on the Run 5k Social media recognition 1 complimentary Girls on the Run 5k event entry $500+ Confidence Sponsor Company name/logo in e-blast promoting 5k Plus benefit noted below $250+ Go Girl! Sponsor Company name/logo on Girls on the Run website For more information about these and other opportunities to support Girls on the Run of Montgomery and Delaware Counties, PA please contact: Tracy Ashdale tracy.ashdale@girlsontherun.org

VISION: MISSION: I have learned that no matter what people say, I can do it! -- Sherlyn, 4 th Grade

VISION: MISSION: I have learned that no matter what people say, I can do it! -- Sherlyn, 4 th Grade I have learned that no matter what people say, I can do it! -- Sherlyn, 4 th Grade MISSION: We inspire girls to be joyful, healthy, and confident using a fun, interactive curriculum that creatively integrates